Coltsfoot
The name Coltsfoot means “cough stopper” and has been used for that very reason for millennia. Coltsfoot contains small amounts of zinc; this has resulted in its restriction in Australia, therefore COLTSFOOT IS NOT SOLD FOR INTERNAL CONSUMPTION. Legally, coltsfoot cannot be taken as a tea (despite millennia of safe use) but it may be smoked, which surprisingly still works wonders for coughs and damaged lungs. Outside Australia, Coltsfoot is also used as a preventative to the common cold and influenza, by chewing a small quid of the herb at the first sign of a sore throat, to allow the juice to slowly drip onto the throat.
Preparation
Outside of Australia, coltsfoot can be taken as a tea. In Australia, may be smoked. Mix with tobacco to minimise negative effects of the tobacco, or smoke small amounts over the day for coughs.
Specifications for Coltsfoot
Botanical Name |
Tussilago farfara |
Other Names |
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Organic Status |
Australian Certified Organic before repackaging or Wildharvested where possible |
Country of Origin |
Bulgaria |
Plant Part |
Leaf |
Packaging |
Home compostable, reusable zip lock pouch |
Precautions |
Coltsfoot is restricted for internal use in Australia due to small amounts of zinc. Smoking is harmful. |
Vegan Friendly